What is the difference between Ionic and Covalent bonding

Covalent bonds are formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons. These atoms are non-metals, such as Carbon, Oxygen and Hydrogen.

Ionic bonds are formed when an atom gives one or more electrons away to another atom. These bonds are formed between a metal and a non metal. 

Answered by Theo N. Chemistry tutor

2070 Views

See similar Chemistry GCSE tutors

Related Chemistry GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Why does Sodium Chloride have high melting point?


How do I calculate the relative formula mass of FeSO4 and the number of moles, when the formula mass of O=16, S=32, Fe=56 and the mass of FeSO4= 380g


Why is Florine more electronegative than oxygen


Describe how to find the concentration of an alkali using an acid of a known concentration.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2024

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy